#0D9488 Hex Color

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#0d9488 is a grounded teal with cool, unsaturated undertones. It functions well in professional spaces like healthcare or software interfaces, providing a clean, balanced look without appearing harsh. Because this shade offers a 5.6:1 contrast ratio against black text, it remains a reliable choice for readable, small-scale typography. The hex code for this specific teal is #0d9488.

Questions about #0d9488

What is #0d9488 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0d9488 is rgb(13, 148, 136), in HSL hsl(175, 84%, 32%) and in CMYK 91%, 0%, 8%, 42%.
What colors pair well with #0d9488 in a design system?
For a balanced palette, pair #0d9488 with a soft cream or off-white to maintain a professional feel, or use a deep charcoal for high-contrast text elements that require maximum legibility in software dashboards.
Is #0d9488 readable on white or black?
#0d9488 has a 3.74:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.60:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.